Specializing in Corporate & Securities Law

Specializing in Corporate & Securities Law

Nick Wright - BA, JD, MBA, LLM (TAX)
Legal Advisor to Private Investment Funds & Issuers

Nick Wright is a corporate and securities lawyer who advises private investment funds and issuers on raising capital in Canada’s exempt market. His practice focuses on investment fund formation, private placements, and ongoing securities law compliance.

Legal Services

Investment Fund Formation

LPs, REITs, MICs, MFTs, Exempt Offerings, Offering Memoranda

Securities Compliance

Compliance Reviews, Regulatory Filings, Regulator Audit/Reviews

Complex Corporate Reorganizations

Rollovers, Estate Freezes, Share Exchanges

Most Recent Articles

Forming a Private REIT in Ontario, Canada

December 6, 2024

Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs, have gained considerable popularity in Canada as a tax-efficient and accessible way to invest in real estate. This article will walk through the basics of setting up a private REIT in Ontario, Canada, covering essential legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.

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S. 85 Rollovers under the Income Tax Act (Canada)

November 19, 2024

Section 85 of the Income Tax Act (Canada) (“ITA”) offers a valuable tax-planning tool for business owners, allowing them to transfer assets to a corporation without triggering immediate taxable gains.

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Ontario Offering Memorandum Exemption

November 19, 2024

One key provision under Ontario securities law that allows certain businesses to raise capital without the burden of a prospectus is the Offering Memorandum Exemption. This exemption provides an alternative route for companies seeking to raise funds through the issuance of securities, without the need to file a formal prospectus.

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Toronto, Ontario


"Wright Business Law has been our corporate counsel since we incorporated in 2011. Nick incorporated our company and provides ongoing assistance with business contracts and legal advice. Having corporate counsel experienced in dealing with businesses at all stages of growth allows us to make confident decisions as we continue to grow our practice and initiate new client relationships."

- Frank Maidens & Vivian Hui | Co-Presidents